CPSC

Electric Blankets Recalled for Burn Hazard

Recalled Bilt-Safe electric blanket
Recalled Bilt-Safe electric blanket

Hazard

When the temperature controller on the blanket is reset multiple times or the blanket is folded or covered with additional blankets, the blanket can overheat. This can result in smoldering and melting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the electric blankets immediately and destroy the controller and blanket. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.

Consumer Contact

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

Products

Electric Blankets

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Family Dollar Stores, Peebles Inc., and Le Roux at Home stores nationwide from October 2003 through February 2004 for between $40 and $100.